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enPack Light, Pack Right While Traveling by Air This Fallhttp://georgetown.wusa9.com/news/health/2667211-pack-light-pack-right-while-traveling-air-fall
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<p>Fall is a time when millions of people around the country begin to make their travel plans. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation, the busiest travel times of the year are just around the corner, which include Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s. There are some great reasons why packing light will help make your trip easier and more enjoyable. And the good news is that it’s not difficult to do, either.</p><p>“If you want to pack right when you travel then you really need to focus on packing light,” explains Tina Aldatz, chief executive officer of Savvy Travelers. “There’s much less hassle and stress when you pack light and stick to the basics. You can put your focus on your travel, rather than having all of your attention go to dragging around way too much luggage.”</p><p>Here are some Savvy Travelers tips for packing light and right for fall and holiday air travel:</p><div class="field field-type-datestamp field-field-pub-date">
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<span class="date-display-single">Tuesday, September 22, 2015 - 9:51am</span> </div>
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<p><a href="http://georgetown.wusa9.com/news/health/2667211-pack-light-pack-right-while-traveling-air-fall" target="_blank">read more</a></p>HealthNewsTue, 22 Sep 2015 13:51:00 +0000Cher Murphy2667211 at http://georgetown.wusa9.comSlate Wine Bar + Bistro to Celebrate DC Restaurant Week August 11th – 17th, 2014http://georgetown.wusa9.com/news/restaurants/2627161-slate-wine-bar-bistro-celebrate-dc-restaurant-week-august-11th-17th-2014
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<p>According to the National Restaurant Association, the restaurant industry is a $683.4 billion industry. To celebrate the success of the restaurant industry, hundreds of participating restaurants in Washington, DC will offer a week of 3-course meals at a special price. This is the perfect time to try out a new restaurant on your “must-try” list. One such restaurant, Slate Wine Bar + Bistro, is serving an amazing lunch and dinner menu with three courses for this special occasion from August 11th – August 17th, 2014, and with a restaurant week extension from August 18th – August 24th.</p><p>“We are thrilled to participate in an event such as Restaurant Week here in our city,” affirms Danny Lledo, manager of Slate Wine Bar + Bistro. “We are using the opportunity to offer a taste of what makes our restaurant unique---great food with a selection of delicious wines from all over the world.”</p><div class="field field-type-datestamp field-field-pub-date">
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<span class="date-display-single">Tuesday, August 5, 2014 - 11:28am</span> </div>
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<p>As the world embraces the age of technology, everything is available online----including the sale of pets. Guardians of Rescue, a nationwide animal rescue organization, has stepped up to protect these poor animals from the cruelty of being bought and sold via the Internet. Guardians of Rescue is working with law enforcement in various states to try to reduce the amount of harm inflicted on these innocent dogs.</p><p>“Getting a new pet is always a big decision, and buying a dog you haven’t met in person is not smart,” says Dori Scofield, vice-president of Guardians of Rescue, an organization whose mission is to protect the well-being of all animals. “If you buy a dog through the Internet, you risk supporting puppy mill cruelty and being scammed out of your money. The Internet is also used by criminals to buy and sell fighting dogs, using certain understood language.”</p><p>If you looking to adopt a new dog, here are five tips to think about before you decide where to buy:</p><div class="field field-type-datestamp field-field-pub-date">
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<span class="date-display-single">Wednesday, April 9, 2014 - 9:30am</span> </div>
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<p>Valentine’s Day is traditionally for lovers and celebrating one’s love for another. People choose to show their love in various ways, including by purchasing gifts. Each year billions are spent on candy, flowers, and jewelry. One way that people can make the night even more special is to dine on some aphrodisiacs, which are those foods that are believed to arouse sexual desire or excitement.</p><p>“We may never know exactly which foods will get someone in the mood and which ones won’t,” explains Ryan Fichter, the executive chef at Rialto, a new Italian restaurant in Georgetown. “But there are some foods that many people believe are more prone to helping someone get in the mood. Never hurts to start by trying those dishes and increasing your chances for a great evening.”</p><p>Rialto will be serving up a special Valentine’s Day dinner that features some of these popular aphrodisiacs:</p><div class="field field-type-datestamp field-field-pub-date">
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<span class="date-display-single">Tuesday, January 21, 2014 - 1:07pm</span> </div>
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<p>Rialto’s Executive Chef, Ryan Fichter, is proud to introduce a five course seasonal tasting menu, ranging from hors d'oeuvres to desserts, for guests seeking a truly unique dining experience.</p><p>“The tasting menu is comprised of dishes I have hand-picked to delight even the most discriminating palettes,” says Fichter. “Offering diners a distinctive culinary journey, each dish on our new tasting menu has been expertly paired with wine to enhance every bite,” he says.</p><p>Each meal is $65 per person, with an optional wine pairing for an additional $35 per person.</p><p align="center"><strong><em>First Course:</em></strong></p><p align="center"><em>Salumi E Formaggi</em></p><p align="center"><em>Chef’s Selection of Three Cheeses with Prosciutto San Daniele and Accompaniment</em></p><p align="center"><em>----</em></p><p align="center"><em>Prosecco, Sachetto, NV</em></p><p align="center">&nbsp;</p><p align="center"><strong><em>Second Course:</em></strong></p><div class="field field-type-datestamp field-field-pub-date">
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<span class="date-display-single">Monday, January 20, 2014 - 1:05pm</span> </div>
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<p>The average America eats 46 slices of pizza per year, according to <a href="http://pizza.com/fun-facts">Pizza.com</a>. The second week of January, the 5th-11th, is a great time to celebrate this fun food that so many love as it is National Pizza Week. During National Pizza Week, people are invited to Rialto, located in the heart of Georgetown, to enjoy a variety of specialty Neapolitan freshly made in-house pizzas.</p><p>“We have devoted a section of the first floor to the gourmet pizza station where our Pizziaoli is constantly creating traditional and unique pizzas for our customers,” explains Ryan Fichter, executive chef at Rialto. “People love the familiarity of pizza while we add a fun, different twist to the traditional style.”</p><div class="field field-type-datestamp field-field-pub-date">
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<span class="date-display-single">Monday, January 6, 2014 - 2:59pm</span> </div>
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<p>Take a poll of a group of people you know and there is a good chance that Italian food will top their list of favorites. Whether dining out, or preparing food to eat at home, many people love Italian food. When dining out they are assured a great Italian meal if they choose a restaurant specializing in it. But those preparing the meal at home may not know the Italian tips and tricks that can turn a decent meal into a great one.</p><p>“Once you are familiar with Italian cooking you can create a great meal at home,” explains Ryan Fichter, the executive chef at Rialto, a new Italian restaurant in Georgetown. “But there are a few important factors that go into preparing a great Italian meal at home. Once you take those into consideration you will have an irresistible meal.”</p><p>Here are some tips for creating the perfect Italian meal at home:</p><div class="field field-type-datestamp field-field-pub-date">
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<span class="date-display-single">Monday, December 23, 2013 - 3:03pm</span> </div>
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<p>Rialto, a new Italian restaurant in Georgetown, will begin offering live jazz music during their weekend brunches, beginning Saturday, December 21, 2013. The live jazz music will be played by local artists during each brunch, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., every Saturday and Sunday. Rialto is Georgetown’s premier Italian restaurant, offering world-class food and an upscale atmosphere.</p><p>“We are excited to welcome everyone to our new jazz brunch,” affirms Joe Idrissi, co-owner of Rialto. “Jazz”&nbsp;up your weekends and start a new family tradition by joining us every Saturday and Sunday at Rialto for the perfect pairing of live music and delicious food.”</p><p>According to “A History of Jazz Music,” jazz got its beginning in the South during the 19th century. Bands comprised of trumpets, clarinets, trombones or tubas and percussion. Year’s later, jazz music is considered timeless and played all over the world.</p><div class="field field-type-datestamp field-field-pub-date">
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<span class="date-display-single">Thursday, December 12, 2013 - 2:31pm</span> </div>
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<p>Say ‘farewell’ to 2013 and ‘hello’ to 2014 with a New Year’s Eve celebration, Italian style, at Georgetown’s new restaurant, Rialto. With a six-course dinner designed especially for creating a memorable evening of dining and reveling, Executive Chef Ryan Fichter has&nbsp;plans to make this night unforgettable.&nbsp; In addition to the special menu, Rialto will be serving their full menu options as well.</p><p>"I have composed a menu that will delight the most discriminating palettes.&nbsp;Everyone seems so ready to start a new year, why not begin it with&nbsp;a perfect dinner with us,” says Fichter. "From a cheese course to dessert, the menu will reflect the best from our dinner menu, as well as some surprises for New Year's Eve.”</p><p>The six course special New Year’s Eve meal at Rialto will be $150 per couple, which includes two glasses of Prosecco (tax and gratuity not included) and will feature:&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p align="center"><strong><em>First Course:</em></strong></p><div class="field field-type-datestamp field-field-pub-date">
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<span class="date-display-single">Tuesday, December 3, 2013 - 3:22pm</span> </div>
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